| Supporting Character | |
| Name: | Milfern Galenwood |
| AKA: | Greenwood (a nickname for new military members akin to a noob) |
| Species: | Vend (word for elf in Tarmynian) |
| Sex: | Male |
| Age: | 120 (A young elf, elves can live past 1000 human years) |
| Hair: | Short, ear-length |
| Hair Color: | Blonde |
| Eye Color: | Blue |
| Height: | 5’11″ |
| Body Type: | Slim, Functional, Flexible |
| Occupation: | Soldier of the Vend Army, Ansell-Vend |
| Specialization: | Soldier, Messenger |
| Main Skills: | Vendish Long Sword |
| Secondary Skills: | Nature Magic, Sound Affinity |
| Tertiary Skills: | Orator |
| Personality: | Kind, Inquisitive, Courageous |
| Backstory: | Born into a modest family in Ansell-Vend, Milfern was raised by a forest warden father and teacher mother, developing a strong curiosity about the world beyond his homeland. He joined the Vend Army as a young adult, initially as an ordinary soldier, where his developing swordsmanship, nature magic, and water affinity proved useful in the field. Milfern’s ability to communicate clearly, remember instructions, and remain calm under pressure led to his specialization as a **messenger**. His military nickname, **“Greenwood,”** originated as a teasing reference to his inexperience as a new recruit and his woodland upbringing. Though initially embarrassed by it, he eventually embraced the name. Through his duties, Milfern traveled throughout Ansell-Vend and encountered Humans, Darvenim, Goblins, and other peoples. He strongly supports the **late King Valoryth’s open-border policy**, which allowed him to interact with different races and broaden his understanding of the world. These experiences reinforced his belief that communication and mutual understanding are more valuable than isolation and prejudice. Milfern regards Valoryth’s policy as one of the king’s greatest legacies and continues to support it even after his death. He believes that the peoples beyond Ansell-Vend should not be feared simply because they are different, but understood through genuine interaction. His reliability and repeated service to the kingdom have also brought him to the attention of the royal court. **Queen Ilriath knows Milfern by name**, having encountered him through his duties as a military messenger. Although he holds no position of particular political importance, her recognition of him reflects his reputation as a dependable and trustworthy soldier. His experiences shaped his philosophy as a soldier: **a messenger’s duty is not merely to deliver words, but to preserve communication between people when misunderstanding could lead to conflict.** His courage was demonstrated during a mission in which he delayed an important delivery to rescue wounded soldiers, teaching him that fulfilling an order means little if it requires abandoning those who depend on him. Milfern remains a relatively young Vend by his people’s standards, but he has become a dependable soldier known for his kindness, curiosity, courage, and willingness to understand those beyond his own culture. |
| Equipped Weapon and Armor: | Lunarium Vendish Long Sword, Tower Shield, Messenger Bag |